Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with US President's Special Representative General Keith Kellogg in Kyiv. They discussed the results of the "Ramstein" meeting, the acquisition of Patriot systems, and details of the Russian strike on Poland.
The girls signed the "18-24" contract with the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade named after Koshovyi Otaman Ivan Sirko for the first time. They will serve as unmanned systems operators, joining the seventh group of contractors under this program.
NATO launches Operation "Eastern Sentinel" to strengthen its eastern flank after Russian drones violated Polish airspace. The US has assured Poland of its full support.
Ukraine and Poland have agreed on joint development in the defense sector, including the possible placement of production facilities in Poland. Polish military personnel are also expected to arrive in Ukraine, and there will be an exchange of experience in combating drones.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that the Ukrainian side informed their Polish counterparts about drones heading into Polish airspace. This occurred against the backdrop of 19 recorded incursions by Russian drones into Polish airspace on the night of September 10.
The Polish Foreign Minister did not confirm a drone attack on Rzeszów, but stated that Russian drones had violated Polish and NATO airspace. He emphasized that it was a Russian operation, not a Ukrainian provocation.
Two groups of Russian drones attacked Poland on the night of September 10, one of them moved through Belarus. Russia used Polish and Lithuanian SIM cards for its UAVs.
BAE Systems and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have entered into a strategic partnership to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Poland. This aims to address the shortage of shells in Ukraine and among Poland's NATO partners.
The German Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian ambassador on Friday over the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones. The ministry stated that Putin is acting dangerously and unacceptably, and NATO firmly stands in defense of the alliance's territory.
A damaged military drone was found on the coast near Solnitsa in Burgas. The device was washed ashore by waves, and the area was cordoned off by the military and police.
Major General Pavel Muraveyko announced the start of joint strategic exercises "West-2025" of the armed forces of Belarus and Russia. According to the official, they are aimed at improving skills in defending sovereignty, without being directed against specific countries.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and other officials stated that the Russian drone attack on Poland was not a mistake. This was a response to Donald Trump's assumption about the "mistake" of the invasion.
Russian drones made of wood and foam broke into Polish airspace, forcing NATO to deploy F-35 fighters, refueling aircraft, and the Patriot system. This revealed an imbalance between cheap weapons and the Alliance's expensive response.
Great Britain announced a new package of sanctions against Russia, aimed at the shadow fleet transporting Russian oil, as well as companies and individuals supplying technology and materials for arms production.
Russia and Belarus have launched joint military exercises "Zapad-2025" amid escalating tensions with NATO after the incident with Russian drones in Poland. More than 40,000 troops are taking part in the maneuvers, practicing scenarios with nuclear weapons and testing a new missile.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski arrived in Kyiv. Negotiations are expected on security, Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration, and strengthening pressure on Russia.
At midnight on September 12, Poland completely closed traffic on its border with Belarus due to the "Zapad-2025" military exercises, which, according to Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński, are clearly directed "against Poland and the European Union. " Resumption of traffic is only possible if the safety of Poles is guaranteed, and this decision is not temporary and will depend on the development of events.
At the DSEI exhibition, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine met with representatives of Saab. The parties agreed on cooperation regarding the supply of radars and strengthening situational awareness in the airspace.
The Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Sweden will provide military support to Poland to strengthen its air defense. This is a response to the invasion of Russian drones.
Poland will invest in joint projects with Ukraine for the development of anti-drone technologies and the modernization of air defense systems. This decision was made after an incident involving Russian drones that violated Polish airspace.
US President Donald Trump said that the invasion of Russian drones into Polish airspace might have been a mistake, but he is unhappy with the situation. Five of the 19 drones that violated Polish airspace were heading towards a NATO base.
Poland is deploying about 40,000 soldiers to its borders with Belarus and Russia. This is due to the anticipated Zapad-2025 military exercises and incidents involving Russian drones.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the country would adequately respond to any attacks. This also applies to airspace violations, for which Russia is held responsible.
NATO is developing military and political measures in response to the invasion of Russian drones into Poland. Several allied countries have already pledged assistance, including air defense systems and fighter jets.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of three Rafale fighter jets to protect Poland's airspace. This decision was made after Russian drones violated Polish airspace on September 10.
The foreign ministers of Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine condemned the incursion of Russian drones into Polish territory. They call for strengthening Ukraine's air defense and NATO's eastern flank.
Germany will strengthen its presence on NATO's eastern border and expand air patrolling over Poland. This decision was made in response to the incursion of Russian drones into Poland.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has agreed to send military representatives to Ukraine to train in drone countermeasures. This decision was made after a Russian drone attack on Poland.
During the massive attack on Ukraine on September 10, 19 Russian drones violated Polish airspace. Five of them were heading for a NATO base through which the Alliance supplies military aid to Ukraine.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary stated that the incident with Russian drones in Poland is an ongoing problem for airlines. This reduces Ryanair's flight punctuality to 60%, and disruptions have spread to Scandinavia, the Baltics, and Germany.
